Janitor

Job Summary:

A Janitor plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and hygiene of facilities. The Janitor ensures that all floors, restrooms, hallways, and public areas remain clean, sanitized, and well-maintained. The Janitor also assists in basic maintenance tasks and ensures a safe and comfortable environment for employees and visitors.

A responsible Janitor follows a consistent cleaning schedule, handles equipment properly, and complies with sanitation standards. The Janitor is dependable, thorough, and committed to maintaining a spotless workspace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform cleaning and maintenance duties as a Janitor.

• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors daily.

• Sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies.

• Empty trash bins and dispose of waste properly.

• Operate cleaning equipment safely.

• Follow health, hygiene, and safety protocols.

• Report maintenance issues or hazards to supervisors.

• Maintain inventory of cleaning materials.

• Assist other Janitors or staff during large cleaning projects.

Requirements And Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Prior experience as a Janitor, cleaner, or custodian preferred.

• Knowledge of cleaning tools, chemicals, and safety procedures.

• Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks.

• Attention to detail and reliability.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Positive work ethic and good time management skills.

About US

The TJX Companies, Inc., a Fortune 100 company, is the leading off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions in the U.S. and worldwide. Our mission is to deliver great value to customers every day. We do this by offering a rapidly changing assortment of quality, fashionable, brand name, and designer merchandise at prices generally 20% to 60% below full-price retailers' regular prices on comparable merchandise. We operate over 5,000 stores across nine countries, including TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Homesense, and Sierra, in the U.S.; Winners, HomeSense, and Marshalls in Canada; TK Maxx and Homesense in Europe, and TK Maxx in Australia. We also operate e-commerce sites for TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and Sierra in the U.S. and three sites for TK Maxx in Europe. Our value mission extends to our corporate responsibility efforts, which are focused on supporting our Associates, giving back in the communities we serve, the environment, and operating responsibly.

Q: What is the main objective and function of the Janitor role?

A: A Janitor plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and hygiene of facilities. Their main objective is to ensure that all floors, restrooms, hallways, and public areas remain clean, sanitized, and well-maintained. The Janitor assists in basic maintenance tasks and ensures a safe and comfortable environment for employees and visitors.

Q: What is the importance of safety and compliance in this position?

A: Safety is paramount. The Janitor must follow health, hygiene, and safety protocols, handle equipment properly, and comply with sanitation standards. They must also operate cleaning equipment safely.

Q: What formal education and previous experience are preferred for this job?

A: A High school diploma or equivalent is required. Prior experience as a Janitor, cleaner, or custodian [is] preferred.

Q: What personal attributes and work ethic are necessary for success as a Janitor?

A: A successful Janitor must exhibit attention to detail and reliability. The role requires a positive work ethic and good time management skills. A responsible Janitor is also characterized as dependable [and] thorough.